Looking for family friendly things to do with the kids this weekend? We’ve got you covered with a full list of fun events in & around Edmonton for March 1 to March 3.
Immersive Disney Animation
This is for all of the Disney lovers out there! Step inside the greatest films by the Walt Disney Animation Studio as you celebrate music, artistry and animation! Become part of the story with this immersive family friendly experience!
When: February 15 – April 28, 2024
Where: Edmonton Expo Centre; 7515 118 Ave NW
Hello Pretty Eras Tour – Swiftie Market
If you or your kids love Taylor Swift, you will not want to miss this awesome event! Kids 16 and under are FREE to attend! Enjoy a variety of offerings such as live music, bracelet making, photo ops and over 60 vendors! Be sure to get your tickets in advance.
When: Saturday, March 2; 4PM – 9PM | Sunday, March 3; 12PM – 5PM
Where: The Enjoy Centre; 101 Riel Drive; St.Albert
Free Admission Thursday – Art Gallery of Alberta
Take advantage of Free Admission Thursday at the Art Gallery of Alberta! Enjoy various galleries and programming.
When: Thursday, February 29, 2024; 11AM – 7PM
Where: Art Gallery of Alberta; 2 Sir Winston Churchill Square
Play Rangers – City of Edmonton
Bundle up and head on over to Whitemud Park this weekend and embark on an afternoon of adventure! Try out snowshoeing and kicksledding. Maybe even build a snow fort! Don’t forget to warm up by the toasty fire.
When: Saturday, March 2, 2024; 11:30AM – 5:30PM
Where: Whitemud Park; 13204 Fox Drive NW
Giants in the Mist – Muttart Conservatory
Head on over to the Muttart Conservatory and step back in time with the new feature pyramid! See some prehistoric friends as you make your way through the misty gardens. Search high and low to spot your favorites!
When: January 13, 2024 – March 10, 2024
Where: Muttart Conservatory; 9626 96a St NW
Recreational Swim with Inflatables – Emerald Hills Leisure Center
Emerald Hills Leisure Center welcomes you and your family for a recreational swim with inflatables! Take a drive over to Sherwood Park and dive into an evening of fun.
When: Saturday, March 2, 2024; 4PM – 8PM
Where: Emerald Hills Leisure Center; 3555 Emerald Drive, Sherwood Park
Michaels Makebreak: Spring Wreath
Head on over to Michael’s and make a craft in store! This week, make a beautiful wreath just in time for spring! Just purchase the base and the rest will be provided!
When: Sunday, March 3, 2024; 2PM – 4PM
Where: Various Michael’s stores
Edmonton Oil Kings – Ghostbusters Game
Join the Edmonton Oil Kings at Rogers Place for an evening of fun! Watch the team take on the Swift Current Broncos as you cheer on our beloved WHL team! Tickets start at just $20. Meet Louie the mascot, get an autograph from your favorite player and even try out the kid combos at the concession! Each combo is $10 or less and there are 8 selections to choose from!
When: Saturday, March 2, 2024; 7PM – 10PM
Where: Rogers Place; 10220 104 Ave NW
Family Drop In – Wild Rose Gymnastics
Wild Rose Gymnastics welcomes you for some fun, unstructured play in the gym! All ages and skill levels are welcome at their drop in program!
When: Sundays; 10:30AM – 12PM
Where: 6207 Roper Rd NW
Kidding Around – Rapid Fire Theatre
Join the performers at Rapid Fire Theatre for an afternoon of fun! No two performances are the same as these shows are created by the performers right of the top of their heads! Kids are invited to participate by shouting out and giving suggestions. Kids 2 and under are FREE.
When: Saturday, March 2, 2024; 1:30PM – 2:30PM
Where: Rapid Fire Exchange; 10437 83 Avenue
Winter Recreation Activities – City of Edmonton
The City of Edmonton welcomes you and your family to partake in some winter recreation activities! These FREE programs encourage families to get outside during the winter months and find joy in the outdoors! Activities will include kicksledding, snowshoeing, snow fort building, orienteering, ice bikes and more. Even spend some time by the toasty fire enjoying a hot chocolate.
When: December 30, 2023 – March 30, 2024; Fridays from 6PM – 9M | Saturdays from 2PM – 8PM
Where: Sir Wilfred Laurier Park – 13221 Buena Vista Road NW; Rundle Park – 2903 113 Avenue NW; Castle Downs Park – 11524 153 Avenue NW; Victoria Park – 12030 River Valley Road NW
The Makery: Slime Lab – Flower Power
Head on over to The Makery for a drop in slime lab! Stretch, squish and indulge in some hands on learning as you make some ooey gooey slime! Suitable for ages 5 and up.
When: Sunday, March 3, 2024; 1PM -1:45PM
Where: The Makery; 52 Sioux Rd #107, Sherwood Park
Family Bingo Night – Lendrum Community League
Who doesn’t love bingo? Bring the entire family to Lendrum Community Hall for an evening of fun suitable for all ages! Cards are sold for $1 each (minimum of 3 per game). Every Bingo wins a small cash prize!
When: Sunday, March 3, 2024; 6PM – 8PM (Doors open at 6PM | Bingo starts at 6:30PM)
Where: Lendrum Community Hall; 11335 57 Avenue NW
Angkor: The Lost Empire of Cambodia – Royal Alberta Museum
Explore one of the greatest empires of all time! With some of the most remarkable achievements in human history, the Angkor Empire boasts vast monuments, relics and sculptures. See over 120 treasures and objects and enjoy hands on interactive activities such as touching a sculpture and building a temple! Don’t miss your opportunity to learn all about this historic city!
When: February 23 – July 28, 2024
Where: Royal Alberta Museum; 9810 103a Avenue NW
Laser Taylor Swift
Are you a Swifty? If so, you’re going to love this laser light show at the Telus World of Science Edmonton! Enjoy listening to Taylor’s biggest hits as lasers illuminate the Zeidler Dome! This all ages show is sure to impress. Please note that laser show tickets do not include Science Centre Admission.
When: Select evenings from November 2023 to June 2024; 7PM
Where: Telus World of Science Edmonton; 11211 142 St NW
Free Family Films at the Library
Bring the entire family to the library for a FREE movie!
Sunday, March 3 – Robin Hood (Whitemud Crossing); 2PM – 4PM
Sunday, March 3 – Beethoven (Stanley A. Milner); 1:30PM – 3:30PM
See a Movie
Landmark Cinemas Kids’ Day Deal Sundays:
When: Any Sunday
Time: Any movie
Where: Landmark Cinemas:
- Edmonton City Centre: 10200 – 102 Avenue NW; Edmonton
- St. Albert: 800 St. Albert Trail; St. Albert
- Spruce Grove: 130 Century Crossing; Spruce Grove
- Tamarack: 955 Tamarack Way NW; Edmonton
Family Favorites – Cineplex Theatres
Want to take the family to a movie but don’t want to pay outrageous prices? Check out what Cineplex has to offer! Head on over to your nearest Cineplex theatre on Saturday mornings for just $2.99 admission. Enjoy movies that are already out of theatres, but are still relatively new. There may even be classic films to enjoy as well!
When: Saturday mornings
Where: Cineplex theatres
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